Adding Value

Overview

What is Value-Added?

Aligning Trends With Market Value

The Real Test

Plan for Success

Summary

Discussion Questions

Worksheet - Standing Out From The Crowd

Worksheet - Eye Spy

Worksheet - Exploring Possibilities

 

 

 


Adding Value Worksheet
Be sure your product stands out!

 

UNIQUE | SPECIAL | RARE | UNUSUAL | EXCEPTIONAL | DISTINCTIVE

Value added products are most successful when consumers view them as special and different from other options. How will your product stand out on a crowded shelf or in a busy catalog? This exercise will help you to develop strategies for marketing your value-added product.

1. List other products, currently being sold, which are similar to your product.

 

 

 

 

 

2. How is your product different, unique or unusual from the products you listed?

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. What kind of customers will find value in the unique and special features of your product? Describe these potential customers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. List ways you can let potential customers know about the unique and special features of your product. Include the kinds of words, pictures and sounds which will capture the attention of your potential customers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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